Bomb Threat

If you receive a bomb threat:

  • Remain calm, polite and courteous;
  • Do not interrupt the caller.

Obtain as much information as possible by asking the following questions:

  • Location of the bomb
  • When is it set to go off
  • Why has it been set
  • What kind of bomb is it
  • What is your name?
  • Wording of the Threat
  • Gender of caller
  • Age
  • Accent
  • Background noise
  • Length of the call
  • Number where the call was received

After the call – Contact Campus Security Immediately

  • AVOID ALL CELL PHONE USE
  • DO NOT SET OFF THE FIRE ALARM
  • To avoid panic and misinformation, do not spread this information to colleagues
  • Remain at your desk until Campus Security or the Police arrive

Follow the instructions given to you.